Sachhin Birraj

About Sachhin Birraj

I am a Qualified Lawyer with a Doctorate in Law from NLSIU, Bangalore, bringing over 24 years of diverse legal experience across litigation, corporate advisory, governance, and compliance. Recognised as an award-winning General Counsel and Head of Legal, I specialise in empowering organisations through risk-smart legal strategy, building robust compliance frameworks, and aligning governance with business growth.Career JourneyMy career began in litigation practice before District Courts, Labour Courts, and the High Court of Karnataka, where I gained hands-on experience in labour disputes and industrial relations. Transitioning into the corporate sector, I partnered with leading organisations, advising boards and management on critical legal, compliance, and governance matters. Over time, I have evolved from legal counsel to strategic business partner, balancing regulatory obligations with commercial priorities.ExpertiseLabour & Employment Law – workforce structuring, contracts, industrial disputes.Corporate & Business Laws – M&A, shareholder rights, governance.Governance & Compliance – risk mapping, board advisory, policy frameworks.Contracts – drafting, negotiation, lifecycle management.Litigation & Dispute Resolution – litigation strategy, arbitration, preventive law.Specialised Areas – POSH, EHS, ESG, Data Privacy.Global Expansion & GCC Strategy – cross-border compliance and structuring.Leadership & AchievementsI believe a modern General Counsel must be both guardian and enabler—protecting compliance while enabling growth. I have:Built compliance frameworks that reduced risks significantly.Designed POSH, ESG, and data privacy policies aligned with global standards.Guided international business expansions with compliant structuring.Managed high-stakes litigation safeguarding business interests.Thought Leadership & VisionBeyond corporate leadership, I mentor young professionals and contribute to industry forums on governance, ESG, labour reforms, and compliance innovation. I am committed to advancing ethical, inclusive, and sustainable business practices, ensuring that organisations remain resilient, responsible, and future-ready

Experience

1. General Counsel

   Randstad India

   Feb 2024 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

Education

• National Law School of India University

  Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Phd in Law

  2013 — 2018